Zankov Appoints Its First CEO
Jack Tobin is joining Diane von Furstenberg artistic director Henry Zankov’s namesake label as CEO and part owner.
Luxury
How rapid change is reshaping the tradition-soaked luxury sector in Europe and beyond.
Watchfinder: Building Trust to Formalise the Resale Market
What was once an unregulated second-hand watch sector is now increasingly brand-authenticated and growing fast, but it can still sometimes feel like the Wild West, says Zahra Kassim-Lakha, a director at Richemont’s pre-owned watch retailer Watchfinder.
Kering Invests in Handbag Subscription Service Cocoon
The luxury giant’s participation in the funding round is the latest signal of its interest in exploring new business models like rental and resale.
De Beers: Taking Ownership of Its Legacy
Céline Assimon, the chief executive of De Beers Jewellers, finds herself navigating a 10-year responsible business plan while getting to grips with the group’s complicated relationship with lab-grown diamonds.
Seiko: Offering an Emotional Point of Difference
Special functionality and emotional intimacy are the only way to survive the mid-market squeeze, says watch veteran Seiko president Akio Naito.
Christie’s: How Digital Is Driving Sales of Big-Ticket Items
As the leader of Christie’s luxury division, Aline Sylla-Walbaum has been at the forefront of a digital transformation that has driven a sharp rise in online sales for high-priced watches and jewellery.
Close Encounters of the Fendi Kind
Elemental Rome is the starting point for Fendi’s new men’s collection, reveals Silvia Fendi as she talks to Tim Blanks about her creative process and her working relationship with Kim Jones.
Does Chanel’s Stance on E-Commerce Make Sense?
A difficult 2020 hasn’t shaken the brand’s decision to sell its core fashion and leather goods in-store only.
Report: LVMH Assumes Full Ownership of Emilio Pucci
The luxury giant held a majority stake in the Italian brand since 2000, but has now acquired the 33 percent stake still owned by its founding family.
Aspesi’s Lawrence Steele on Bringing the Cult Brand to a Wider Audience
Tim Blanks talks with the American designer about his global ambitions for the Italian label.
Breitling: Finding the Optimal Sales Channel Mix
Though direct-to-consumer is becoming much more important to watchmakers, Breitling CEO Georges Kern is spreading investment across several channels, rebalancing store networks and refusing to give up on trusted third-party retailers.
Lawrence Steele, Master of the Long Run
The creative directorship of cult brand Aspesi is the latest step in a career that, professionally and personally, has been one of Milan’s most captivating.
#BoFLIVE: Tim’s Take With Olivier Rousteing
Balmain creative director Olivier Rousteing joins Tim Blanks in a conversation about his decade at the French luxury label, and what’s next as the world slowly emerges from the pandemic.
THE NEWS IN BRIEF
LVMH, Kering Update Model Safety Guidelines
Nearly a decade since the luxury groups first published a charter of model protections, they are introducing new measures to protect those working in the industry.
US Luxury Spending Slows, Citi Data Shows
US credit card spending on luxury brands fell for a third consecutive month in September, according to data from Citi.
Frasers Group Steps Up Luxury Push With New Division, Larger Burberry Stake
The British retail group has brought its stakes in Burberry, Hugo Boss and Mulberry together with its luxury retail operations.
Luca de Meo Says Italy Remains Key, Rules Out Production Shift
The Kering CEO also denied any interest in buying a minority stake in Armani, adding that the group was focusing on other challenges.
Armani Open to More Than One Investor for Sale of 15% stake, CEO Says
The comments by chief executive Giuseppe Marsocci come as the brand reportedly considers the possibility of LVMH, L’Oreal and EssilorLuxottica sharing the stake.
Edward Buchanan Opens New Creative Hub in Milan
A new space called The Situation will host exhibitions and residencies and provide resources to Black, queer and other under-represented creatives.
Arnault Clan to Change LVMH Holding Structure to Ensure Control
Under the plan, the world’s biggest luxury group will be controlled by one entity, Agache SCA, after Christian Dior SE, one of the current holding companies of LVMH, is delisted.